Gender Equality in Academia: Picture a Scientist Film Screening and Panel
Join us for a special evening of film and discussion on the issues of Gender Equality and Equal Rights in Academia
We invite you to an evening featuring a screening of the acclaimed documentary "Picture a Scientist." This powerful film chronicles the experiences of women in science as they navigate the challenges of gender inequality and microaggressions in academia. Through personal stories and compelling research, the film sheds light on the urgent need for systemic change in the scientific community.
Following the screening, engage in a thought-provoking panel discussion led by Liv Nilsson Stutz of Linnaeus University. Our esteemed panelists include Rachel Foster from Stockholm University, Lauri Robbins Ericson, a women’s leadership speaker, and Emma Ebintra, coordinator for equality and equal rights at Linnaeus University. Together, they will explore the broader scope of equality in academia, addressing the barriers faced by women and underrepresented groups.
Join us for an evening of inspiration, dialogue, and action toward a more equitable future in science and beyond. Don’t miss the opportunity to be part of this important conversation!
Program:
15.00 Welcome and introduction to film Picture a Scientist
16:30 Post film fika
17.00 - 18.00 Panel discussion
*Sponsored by the Rådet för Hållbarhet and SULF
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Last day of registration: April 28, 2025
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All members of the Linnaeus University community are welcome to this event. Registration is needed to determine how many participants we will expect.
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Moderator: Liv Nilsson Stutz, Liv Nilsson Stutz was active in the #excavationinprogress/#utgrävningpågår, i.e. the #metoo movement within Swedish archaeology, and organized the first academic conference on the topic in Sweden at LNU in 2020. The conference had immediate impact on policy in the contract archaeology sector, and participants received a collective price from SAU. Together with colleagues she has authored an article on the topic that is press for an edited volume on feminist activism in archaeology (BAR Publishing, Kayt Hawkins and Hanah Cob eds.). Together with colleagues she initiated and led the Lucia Action at LNU in 2023, a protest action that called for change in the university gender policies broadly.
Panelists:
Emma Ebintra is the coordinator for Equal Rights at Linnaeus University. "As a coordinator for equal rights, I work strategically for everyones equal opportunities and gender equality at the university. I also investigate reports of suspected discrimination and harassment. I function as a support both to the management and the rest of the organization with gender mainstreaming and the active work of mapping, analyzing and addressing possible risks of discrimination and harassment."
Rachel Foster, professor at the Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences at Stockholm University, has initiated the work for equal rights in academia through her development of Gender Equality and Microaggressions events in the AMRI network, and her leadership in mentorship programs within her department.
Lauri Robbins Ericson, professional speaker on leadership and equal rights, is a keynote speaker on topics such as "Shifting Gender Paradigms: Speak Up, Stand Up, Rise Up," and The Damselfly, the Dragonfly and Four Lessons in Gender Equality." View Lauri's talks here: https://lauri.co/speaking
Mattias Lundin, Associate Professor at the Department of Education at Linnaeus University, coordinates the Knowledge Environment Education in Change, where he for example brings together research and practice to support inclusive and high-quality education. As a former schoolteacher in science and mathematics, Mattias has built on his classroom experience with a master’s in pedagogy and a PhD in science education. His research focuses on LGBTQ issues in primary education and on heteronormativity in schools, aiming to develop analytical frameworks to identify and challenge oppressive structures in the classroom. Through projects such as his study on LGBTQ teachers’ experiences of belonging, and his analyses of how LGBT educators challenge heteronormativity through everyday practice, he contributes to a broader understanding of equity in education. His academic work seeks to translate research into tangible improvements in schools by addressing norms, supporting LGBTQ inclusion, and promoting equal rights in educational contexts.